Srinagar, Sep 19 (KNS): Prime Minister Narendra Modi appealed to the people of Jammu and Kashmir to make informed choices in the ongoing Assembly elections, stressing the critical role their votes play in shaping the region's future. Addressing a rally in Katra, Modi urged voters to reject the Congress, National Conference (NC), and People's Democratic Party (PDP), accusing these parties of causing long-term harm to the region.

At the rally held in Katra, the gateway for Vaishno Devi pilgrims, Modi criticized the Congress for purportedly disrespecting Hindu deities, describing it as part of a "well-thought-out conspiracy" driven by a "Naxal mindset." He challenged the audience with, "Should they not be punished for this?"

This event was Modi's second rally in Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday and his third in a week, following earlier appearances in Srinagar and Doda.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp ChannelThe Prime Minister highlighted the importance of the election, saying, "This election is pivotal for the future of Jammu and Kashmir, aimed at advancing the 'new Jammu and Kashmir' to new heights."
Modi urged voters to support the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) by selecting the lotus symbol, asserting that the BJP has prioritized the region's interests and addressed long-standing discrimination. He ended his speech with the slogan, "Abki baar, BJP sarkar."
The rallies took place shortly after the first phase of polling, which saw over 61 percent voter turnout across 24 constituencies in South Kashmir and the Chenab Valley region.(KNS)